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Senior Java Engineer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Senior Java Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$54.25 - $69.25/hr

Staff Software Engineer Location : St. Louis Missouri Hybrid Direct Client Requirement As a Staff ... Mandatory Skills: 8-10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience Recent experience in Java ...

Java Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$49.50 - $64.25/hr

Unigroup is in need of a senior Java developer. They will be part of a 10+ person team developing on a large rewrite of their enterprise system along with smaller projects as well. This individual ...

Senior AI Engineer (Java)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

ITTConnect is seeking an experienced Senior AI Engineer (JAVA) to work for a client that is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services present in ...

Senior AI Engineer (Java)

Saint Louis, MO

$121K - $159K/yr

ITTConnect is seeking an experienced Senior AI Engineer (JAVA) to work for a client that is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services present in ...

Senior Software Engineer - Java

O Fallon, MO · Hybrid

$116K - $153K/yr

Title and Summary Senior Software Engineer - Java Overview: Mastercard's Enterprise Credit Risk (ECR) team is seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer - Java Full Stack to design, build, and ...

Java Developer

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$47.75 - $61.75/hr

Java Engineer Onsite( 5days) O''Fallon, Missouri An ideal candidate for this role would have ... This person would fit well into a senior or lead developer role, where they can leverage their deep ...

Senior Software Engineer - Java

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$116K - $153K/yr

Title and Summary Senior Software Engineer - Java Overview: Mastercard's Enterprise Credit Risk (ECR) team is seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer - Java Full Stack to design, build, and ...

Backend Java Engineer W/IBM MQ Exp

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$47.25 - $61.25/hr

Senior Software Development Engineer (Specialty) - Level 7 Location: O'Fallon, MO/Hybrid Duration: 12 months * Java * Proficient in core java * Spring boot preferred. * Messaging services * MQ's or ...

Remote Duration: 6+ Months Contract Role Overview We are seeking experienced Senior Core Java Developers to join our team and contribute to building secure, scalable, and production-ready ...

Senior Software Engineer

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

We are looking for a Senior AI Java Engineer (Hands-on IC) to deliver AI-driven capabilities across our roadmap. This is a builder role requiring strong hands-on engineering-owning critical ...

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Senior Java Engineer information

What is a senior Java engineer?

Senior Java Engineers are experienced software developers who specialize in designing, developing, and maintaining applications using the Java programming language. They often lead development teams, architect solutions, and ensure that software meets both technical and business requirements. Their responsibilities also include code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and optimizing application performance. Typically, they have several years of experience and a deep understanding of Java frameworks and best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior Java engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Java Engineer, you need advanced proficiency in Java programming, strong knowledge of software design patterns, and a degree in computer science or related field. Experience with frameworks like Spring, Hibernate, build tools such as Maven or Gradle, and familiarity with cloud platforms and CI/CD systems are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, leadership, and effective communication help you guide teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills are crucial for delivering robust, scalable software solutions and mentoring junior engineers in complex development environments.

What are some common challenges senior Java engineers face when working on large-scale enterprise applications?

Senior Java Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing complex codebases, ensuring application scalability, and maintaining high performance under heavy loads. They are also responsible for implementing robust security practices and integrating new technologies without disrupting existing systems. Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers are crucial aspects of the role, as these responsibilities help maintain code quality and project momentum.

What is the difference between Senior Java Engineer vs Java Developer?

AspectSenior Java EngineerJava Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Java certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional)Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field, Java certifications optional
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and maintaining complex Java applications, often in team leadership rolesDeveloping Java applications, focusing on coding and implementation
Industry UsageUsed across finance, tech, and enterprise sectors for large-scale projectsCommonly employed in software development firms, startups, and tech companies

While both roles involve Java programming, Senior Java Engineers typically handle complex system design, mentorship, and project leadership, whereas Java Developers focus more on coding and implementing features. The senior role often requires more experience and certifications, with a broader scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Java Engineer job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Senior Java Developer

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

TalTeam
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees

$54.25 - $69.25/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Position : Staff Software Engineer
Location : St. Louis Missouri Hybrid
Direct Client Requirement

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will play a leadership role on a product team to design and build new features and components in our evolving platform, helping to embrace modern principles like microservices and event driven architectures.

ABOUT THE CLIENT'S TECHNICAL STACK
The Digital and eCommerce team currently operates several B2B websites and direct digital sales channels via a globally deployed cloud-based platform that are a growth engine for client's life science business. We provide a comprehensive catalog of all products, enabling our customers to find products and purchase products as well as get detailed scientific information on those products.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Work as part of an Agile development team, taking ownership for one or more services
Provides leadership to the Agile Development team, driving technical designs to support business goals
Ensuring the entire team exemplifies excellence in design, code, test and operation
A willingness to lead by example embracing change and foster a Growth and Learning culture on the team
Mentoring team members through code review, design reviews
Taking a lead role, working with product owners to help refine the backlog, breaking down features and epics into executable stories
Have a high quality software mindset making sure that the code you write works
Design and implement robust data pipelines to ingest, process, and store large volumes of data from various sources.
Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in data engineering and propose innovative solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor's/Master's degree in computer science or equivalent.

Mandatory Skills:
8-10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience
Recent experience in Java, Kotlin, Oracle, Postgres, Data handling, Spring, Spring Boot
Recent experience in Kafka, in memory caching
Experience in developing REST services.
Experience in unit test frameworks.
Ability to provide solutions based on business requirements.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work with global teams and a flexible work schedule.
Must have excellent problem-solving skills and be customer-centric.
Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Skills:
Experience with Microservices, CI/CD, Event Oriented Architectures and Distributed Systems
Experience with cloud environments (e.g., Google Cloud Platform, Azure, Amazon Web Services, etc.)
Experience leading product oriented engineering development teams is a plus
Familiarity with web technologies (e,g,, JavaScript, HTML, CSS), data manipulation (e.g., SQL), and version control systems (e.g., GitHub, GitLab)
Familiarity with DevOps practices/principles, Agile/Scrum methodologies, CI/CD pipelines and the product development lifecycle
Familiarity with modern web APIs and full stack frameworks.
Experience with Google Cloud Platform, Docker, Kubernetes is a plus
Experience with Apache Airflow, Apache Flink, Google BigQuery is a plus
Experience developing eCommerce systems especially B2B eCommerce is a plus.


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About Talteam

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TalTeam is a leading provider of Information Technology (IT) workforce solutions. We specialize in software, manufacturing, retail and distribution systems.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2011

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